June 05 - 06, 2025, Douala-Cameroon

"Empowering Auditors, Driving Change: Be Part of Cameroon’s Premier Internal Audit Leadership Event!"

A historic first for Cameroon ​

« Shaping the Future of Internal Auditing in Cameroon » 

Join us for the inaugural IIA Cameroon National Internal Audit Conference 2025, themed « Good Corporate Governance: Internal Auditors as Champions of Change and Accountability. »,where thought leaders, professionals, and innovators in internal auditing will converge to explore trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the profession in Africa and beyond. Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your career, gain fresh perspectives, and forge meaningful connections within the profession.

Be part of the conversation. Be part of the transformation.

Where

Krystal Palace Hotel, Douala

When

June 05 – 06, 2025

Have A Look At The

Event Schedule

Day 1

05 juin 2025

09h25 - 09h30

Welcome remark

President of the IIA Cameroon: DOHNAYI Thesling

09h30 - 09h35

Welcome remark

MINFI / CONSUPE

09h35 - 09h40

Opening remark

President of IIA Global: Anthony PUGLIESE

09h40 - 10h00

Family photo & Coffee Break

10h00 - 11h00

Good Corporate Governance – Internal Auditors as Champions of Change and Accountability

Keynote speaker William NGWA

11h00 - 13h00

Building Strong Relationships with the Board and Audit Committee: Strengthening Governance Through Collaboration

Panel Discussion  Bertrand Mbouck, Suzanne AMA, Laurette EFFALA

13h00 - 14h00

Fostering Stakeholder Trust Through Transparent Reporting: Enhancing credibility and trust by ensuring accurate, timely and meaningful disclosures in governance practices

speakers : Prof. Mervyn King, Carolynn Chalmers

14h00 - 15h00

Lunch time

15h00 - 15h20

Sponsor's Corner

15h20 - 16h00

Presentation of The Institute of Internal Auditors Cameroon

President of the IIA Cameroon: DOHNAYI Thesling

16h00 - 17h00

The New Global Internal Audit Standards: Key Takeaways

Speaker Olivier ETENDE

Day 2

06 juin 2025

08h30 - 09h00

Synopsis of Day 1

Protocol

09h00 - 10h00

Enhancing Accountability in Modern Governance: The Influence of Internal Audit on Transparency and Ethical Practices

Speaker: Colins FOTSO

10h00 - 10h15

Coffee Time

10h15 - 11h15

Internal Audit Governance

Speaker: Esaie MEHEBOUO

11h15 - 12h15

The Evolution of Compliance and Regulatory Requirements: How Auditors Can Support Governance in a Dynamic Regulatory Landscape

Speaker: Dr Daniel YOUKNA

12h15 - 13h15

Risk Management in Times of Turbulence: The Auditor’s Role in Identifying and Mitigating Emerging Risks

Speaker: Jacques Louis NYEMB SAYOM

13h15 - 14h15

Lunch time

14h15 - 14h30

Sponsor's Corner

14h30 - 16h00

Ethics and Integrity in Governance: Internal Auditors as Champions of Ethical Behavior

Panel Discussion  Olivier BESSAMA, Pélagie DJOUMESSI, Desmond AYMARD, Gabriel NFOR

16h00 - 17h00

Ethics and Integrity in Governance: Internal Auditors as Champions of Ethical Behavior

Speaker  Eric KAMEGNE

17h00 - 17h30

Closing Ceremony & Gala Cocktail

These Are

Our Speakers

Bertrand Mbouck

General Manager, Dangote Cement Cameroon

DOHNAYI Thesling

CIA, CRMA - Risk Manager, Dangote Cement Cameroon, President of IIA Cameroon

Suzanne AMA

GM Internal Audit and Forensics, MTN Cameroon

Laurette EFFALA

Internal Audit Manager, Aéroports Du Cameroun

Eric KAMEGNE

CIA, CRMA, CSIA, CMIA, CRMS, CICS, CICRP, CICA, CCM, CCGE - General Manager, Institute Of Professional Excellence

Colins FOTSO

ISO 31000, GRCA, GRCP, Audit/Risk/Compliance Consultant

Olivier BESSAMA

CMA - Internal Audit Manager, Société Camerounaise des Équipements

Dr Daniel YOUKNA

Advisor to the General Manager, Commercial Bank of Cameroon

Olivier ETENDE

CIA, MIPA - Managing Partner, Etende Conseil Audit

Prof Mervyn KING

Chair Emeritus - King Code of Corporate Governance, South Africa

Carolynn CHALMERS

CEO of The Good Governance Academy

Esaie MEHEBOUO

CIA, CFE, CAMS - GM, Integra Training and Consulting

Jacques-Louis NYEMB

Internal Control Manager, Structuring project company

Desmond AYMARD

Senior Manager Internal Audit, MTN Cameroon

Gabriel NFOR

ACCA - Managing Partner, VGF & Partner

William NGWA

CIA, FCA - President of ONECCA

Pelagie DJOUMESSI

ACCA, PMP - Regional Head of Internal Audit, Dangote Group

A Few Words

About The Event Organizer

IIA Cameroon: Elevating Excellence in Internal Audit

As a dynamic professional association, IIA Cameroon unites internal audit practitioners and stakeholders to champion world-class standards and best practices. We are dedicated to advancing the profession by promoting the Global Internal Audit Standards, fostering professional certifications, and driving meaningful impact in governance and risk management.

Reborn in April 2024 as an official IIA Global Chapter, we mark a new era of leadership—reinvigorating Cameroon’s audit community with global connections, cutting-edge insights, and a shared vision for accountability and growth. Join us in shaping the future of internal audit! »

Venue

Krystal Palace Hotel, Douala

Chosen for its world-class amenities, strategic Douala location, and proven track record in hosting elite corporate gatherings – Krystal Palace reflects the excellence this conference deserves-ensuring an exceptional experience for all attendees. »

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Join Cameroon’s premier Internal Audit Conference at Krystal Palace Douala. Network with experts, gain cutting-edge insights, and lead the change in governance. Early bird rates end soon—don’t miss this historic event! »